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[ARRIVED 7-MAR-2026] German Blue Rams (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) 3-5cmGerman Blue Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) Vibrant centrepiece cichlid for stable, well maintained aquariums Quick Facts Size: ~56 cm Tank size: 60L+ recommended Difficulty: ModerateAdvanced Temperament: Peaceful (territorial when breeding) Best kept: Pair Plant safe: Yes Is this for you? Good if: You have a stable, established aquarium You can maintain consistent water quality You want a colourful centrepiece fish You are comfortable with more
German Blue Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi)
Vibrant centrepiece cichlid for stable, well-maintained aquariums
Quick Facts
- Size: ~5–6 cm
- Tank size: 60L+ recommended
- Difficulty: 🔴 Moderate–Advanced
- Temperament: Peaceful (territorial when breeding)
- Best kept: Pair
- Plant safe: Yes
Is this for you?
✔️ Good if:
- You have a stable, established aquarium
- You can maintain consistent water quality
- You want a colourful centrepiece fish
- You are comfortable with more sensitive species
❌ Avoid if:
- Your tank is newly set up
- You want a beginner or forgiving fish
- You have fluctuating water parameters
- You keep aggressive or highly active tank mates
Why this fish?
German Blue Rams are known for their intense colouration and striking appearance, making them one of the most popular dwarf cichlids.
They are often chosen as a centrepiece fish in planted aquariums due to their colour, personality, and behaviour.
Common mistakes
- Adding them to immature tanks → high mortality risk
- Keeping in unstable or fluctuating water conditions
- Assuming they are beginner-friendly like Bolivian Rams
- Keeping with aggressive or highly active fish
- Incorrect temperature (too low or inconsistent)
Care made simple
- Temperature: 26–30°C (prefer warmer water)
- Diet: High-quality pellets, frozen foods, varied diet
- Best kept: Pair recommended
- Setup: Sand, plants, hiding areas
- Water: Very stable, clean, low fluctuation
Pair with
- High-quality micro pellets / frozen foods
- Fine sand substrate
- Plants and driftwood
- Peaceful, slow-moving community fish
These are often mistaken as beginner fish due to their size and popularity, but they require stable, well-maintained tanks. Most issues come from water instability rather than the fish itself.
FAQ
Are German Blue Rams good for beginners?
Not recommended for beginners unless the tank is fully established and stable.
Are they aggressive?
Generally peaceful, but may become territorial when breeding.
Why are they considered sensitive?
They are sensitive to water quality and fluctuations, especially in new or unstable tanks.
Can I keep just one?
Yes, but they are often best kept as a pair for natural behaviour.
What temperature do they need?
They prefer warmer water, typically between 26–30°C.
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